Malcolm Bricklin and John DeLorean shared much in common. Both were involved with other vehicle manufacturers before setting up companies bearing their names using money from foreign governments. Both produced two-seat sports cars featuring distinctive gull-wing doors. And both… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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JDM Import: 1992 Honda Beat
Some classics are cool because they are achingly beautiful, while others achieve that status via mind-bending performance. This 1992 Honda Beat is cool simply because it isn’t asking to be taken seriously. It laughs in the face of life’s… more»
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55k Original Miles: 1979 Subaru DL
Subaru enjoys a well-earned reputation for producing some of the most robust cars on the planet. The Impreza WRX was one of the dominant models in the World Rally Championship, scoring six crowns between 1995 and 2003. Our feature… more»
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16k Mile Survivor: 1969 Mercury Marquis Brougham
In the 1960s and 1970s, the Marquis was Mercury’s top-of-the-line car, sandwiched between Ford LTD and Lincoln Continental in the corporate hierarchy. They were big, luxurious automobiles that were powerful, too, with a 429 cubic inch V8 in the… more»
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71k Original Miles: 1974 Ford Bronco Ranger
Timing can sometimes be everything when purchasing a classic car. Buying when prices are at their peak means not only paying a premium but it could also see the new owner fall victim to the specter of depreciation. Those… more»
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Original 350/4-Speed: 1967 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS
Ford and Plymouth may have caught the opposition napping with its Mustang and Barracuda models that launched the pony car sector, but Chevrolet’s response proved a worthy competitor. The Camaro hit the market for the 1967 model year, offering… more»
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Survivor! 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Two-Door Coupe
The Cutlass nameplate first described a sports coupe concept way back in 1954. Oldsmobile equipped the car with a louvered backlight, swivel seats, a vertical dash, and finned fiberglass bodywork sitting on a 110-inch wheelbase. The car was displayed… more»
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Small Bumper Survivor: 1971 Datsun 240Z
This 1971 Datsun 240Z isn’t quite a Series 1, but it is an early car with the preferred small bumpers. The seller notes it had been parked in a garage since 1986 before he got his hands on it,… more»
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Driving Project: 1939 Ford ½-Ton Pickup
Purchasing a project candidate that runs and drives is tempting because it allows the owner to plan their strategies while experiencing immediate classic motoring enjoyment. That is the opportunity awaiting the successful bidder on this 1939 Ford ½-Ton Pickup…. more»
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Estate Find: 1967 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow Drophead Coupe
Owning a Rolls-Royce is an automotive way of announcing to the world that you are a success. It has been the favored marque of Heads of State for many decades, although few would have chosen this 1967 Silver Shadow… more»
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Rebuilt Motor: 1947 Harley-Davidson EL Knucklehead
Older motorcycles are some of the strongest performers in the classic market, with examples like this 1947 Harley-Davidson EL highly prized. A previous owner restored this beauty, with the current owner recently treating it to an engine rebuild. It… more»
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Only 20k Miles: 1993 Mazda Miata
When it comes to the NA-chassis Mazda Miata, this is a car that I’m convinced hasn’t yet fully matured in the marketplace. We all know the model and its merits, but that doesn’t mean we won’t see prices continue… more»
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BF Auction: 1977 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40
It is often said that almost any 4×4 can get you to your wilderness destination, but only a Toyota Land Cruiser guarantees you’ll return home. The Land Cruiser FJ40 enjoys a reputation for toughness and reliability, and the badge… more»
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Spare Engine Included: 1987 Dodge Daytona Shelby Z
Some enthusiasts experience a form of barely concealed horror at the thought of the Daytona and Shelby names being attached to anything but a classic with a rumbling V8 under the hood. However, that was a reality in the… more»
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Compact Work Truck: 1977 Datsun 620
In Japan, the Datsun pickup was simply known as the Datsun Truck and was in production from 1955 to 1997. In the 1970s, the workhorse was known in the U.S. as the Datsun 620, including this long-bed model from… more»
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No Reserve: 39k Mile 1977 Buick Electra Limited
The 1970s brought many things, including the Bee Gees singing in their unmistakable falsetto and movies like Star Wars and Close Encounters of the Third Kind demonstrating that special effects technology had taken a quantum leap forward. It also… more»
